Contemporary Music Performance
Foundation Program
About
GMI’s Foundation Certificate in the Music Foundation Program prepares aspiring musicians with the skills and knowledge they require to access GMI’s full-time 2-year Artist Diploma in Contemporary Music Performance. Engaging coursework, personalized instruction and hands-on experience will upskill students as they better understand essential music theory, instrument techniques and performance skills.
Course Components
Semester 1
- Foundational Theory
- Foundation Ear Training
- Performance Lab
- Music Technology
- Private Instruction
- Instrument Lab
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Who is the Foundation Certificate for?
- For those looking to bridge the gap in essential music-skills
- For those wanting access to the 2-Year Artist Diploma in Contemporary Music Performance
- For those with the goal of accessing our degree-pathway with our international academic affiliates
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What is Instrument Lab?
Through a combination of group instruction, individual practice, and collaborative activities, here you will refine your instrument technique, navigate your instrument better, and enhance your sight-reading abilities.
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What is Performance Lab?
Performance Lab provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills and knowledge necessary for successful performance and collaboration. By working together in an ensemble setting, students learn to listen to others, blend their sound, and balance their parts.
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Does GMI facilitate Career Development?
Through our holistic approach, graduates from GMI become highly valued assets for the industry, possessing the ability to bridge the gap between artistic excellence and business acumen. Beyond developing exceptional performers, we prioritize equipping our graduates with a comprehensive understanding of music business. By nurturing strong connections between students, alumni, mentors, and industry professionals, we foster a community that drives growth and collaboration. We are developing a systematic approach to ensure every GMI student has the right exposure, access to opportunities and the skill to back it up.
Career Pathways
In the dynamic music industry, it's not enough to don just one avatar. The music professional today has to wear multiple creative and entrepreneurial hats. This program is designed to upskill your craft so that you can plunge into any of the following roles of your choosing
Performer
Songwriter
Music Educator
Music Supervisor
Composer/Arranger
Music Journalist
Recording Artist
Music Director
Music Programmer
Touring Musician
Artist Manager
Music Producer
Meet our Faculty
Our diverse faculty bring considerable skills and experience as well as their understanding of current practices and techniques, making our program highly relevant to our students
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Not sure of the best next step? Join the GMI Summer Camps hosted every June to understand our culture and our promise - unlocking your potential for creative success!
Additional Information
To earn a Foundation Certificate in Contemporary Music Performance students have to complete the 1 Semester it mandates
The program structure and courses offered each Semester are subject to review.
How to Apply
Follow these steps and begin your journey at GMI!
Step 1 : Apply
GMI has two annual intakes – January and August subject to meeting minimum enrolment numbers
Fill in the online application form to enrol for the program
Step 2 : Folio Submission
You will be required to submit 1-2 video links of your performance on your indiciated principal instrument
Step 3 : Selection
We will contact you to arrange for an interview + audition either in person or on video call
If accepted, GMI will send you an offer letter and fee notice
The student will have to successfully complete the Foundation Certificate and meet the desired criteria to be eligible for the progress to the 2 Yr Artist Diploma
Step 4 : Enroll
To accept your admission at GMI you must submit the required documents, fill the forms and pay the fee by the due date
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